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Give The Gift Of Theatre in Canterbury

Give The Gift Of Theatre in Canterbury

by BWW News Desk — November 18, 2018
Theatre lovers will be able to share the joy of theatre with kids throughout Canterbury this festive season as ticket donation scheme the Gift of Theatre returns for a fifth year.
BWW Review: I'LL LEAVE IT TO YOU at Howick Little Theatre

BWW Review: I'LL LEAVE IT TO YOU at Howick Little Theatre

by Monica Moore — November 14, 2018
Howick Little Theatre's production of I'll Leave It to You successfully transports the audience back to another time with a sublime attention to detail of every aspect of the production.
JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR Comes to The Court Theatre This Summer!

JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR Comes to The Court Theatre This Summer!

by BWW News Desk — October 31, 2018
The Court Theatre is bringing the most loved rock musical to the stage in their summer production of Jesus Christ Superstar.
BWW Review: THE WIZARD OF OZ at Centrestage Theatre Company Orewa

BWW Review: THE WIZARD OF OZ at Centrestage Theatre Company Orewa

by Monica Moore — October 30, 2018
The much-loved characters of yesteryear are brought to life in this resplendent production that more than pays homage to the 1939 movie version of this show.
BWW Previews: THE WIZ at Spotlight Theatre Manukau Performing Arts

BWW Previews: THE WIZ at Spotlight Theatre Manukau Performing Arts

by Monica Moore — October 26, 2018
Manukau Performing Arts production of 'The Wiz' is an exuberant journey down the yellow brick road in an original Pasifika Panto style.
The Court Theatre Is Looking For Young Performers For Their 2019 Youth Company

The Court Theatre Is Looking For Young Performers For Their 2019 Youth Company

by BWW News Desk — October 11, 2018
Applications are now open for The Court Theatre's 2019 Court Youth Company - a company which allows young performers to take the next step in their performing arts education.
BWW Review: GUTENBERG! THE MUSICAL! Silly Spoof Delights Newtown

BWW Review: GUTENBERG! THE MUSICAL! Silly Spoof Delights Newtown

by Aimee Smith — October 5, 2018
Bud and Doug have achieved the dream of many a musical theatre fan - they have written their own show.
BWW Review: GOODNIGHT MR TOM at Dolphin Theatre Onehunga

BWW Review: GOODNIGHT MR TOM at Dolphin Theatre Onehunga

by Monica Moore — October 1, 2018
Dolphin Theatre's production of 'Goodnight Mr Tom' is a beautifully orchestrated piece of theatre and it is difficult to reconcile that the set, special effects and performances of almost all cast members are not that of a professional company.
Nga Taonga Sound & Vision Brings Siapo Cinema To Wellington

Nga Taonga Sound & Vision Brings Siapo Cinema To Wellington

by BWW News Desk — September 26, 2018
The fifth annual Siapo Cinema: Oceania Film Festival returns to Nga Taonga Sound & Vision from 12-20 October 2018.
ASTROMAN Makes Its World Premiere At The Court Theatre Two Hours Ahead Of Australia

ASTROMAN Makes Its World Premiere At The Court Theatre Two Hours Ahead Of Australia

by BWW News Desk — September 26, 2018
On the 27th October Astroman will be making its world premiere on The Court Theatre's stage, just two hours before opening across the Tasman at the Melbourne Theatre Company.
Music Theatre International Australasia Expands Junior Theater Celebrations In Austra

Music Theatre International Australasia Expands Junior Theater Celebrations In Australia And New Zealand

by BWW News Desk — September 24, 2018
Music Theatre International Australasia, in partnership with AMICI Trust in New Zealand and producers Shane Bransdon and Daniel Stoddart, founders of OzTheatrics in Australia, and in collaboration with iTheatrics from the United States, will present the third annual Junior Theatre Celebration Austra
BWW Review: RENDERED at ASB Waterfront Auckland

BWW Review: RENDERED at ASB Waterfront Auckland

by Monica Moore — September 24, 2018
It has been often said that theatre is a great medium to observe the perplexing politics of our world but it's not that often that a play is able to be presented as clearly, succinctly and as compellingly engaging as ATC's Rendered which opened at ASB Waterfront Theatre last Thursday.
BWW Review: RENT at Playhouse Theatre Glen Eden

BWW Review: RENT at Playhouse Theatre Glen Eden

by Monica Moore — September 24, 2018
The cast is a highly skilled and engaging collective talent of charismatic performers who well-honour the Pulitzer winning musical that had a successful 12 year run on Broadway.
HANSEL AND GRETEL Are Visiting The Court Theatre These School Holidays

HANSEL AND GRETEL Are Visiting The Court Theatre These School Holidays

by BWW News Desk — September 19, 2018
If you follow the breadcrumbs to The Court Theatre these school holidays you'll find fairy-tale characters Hansel and Gretel on stage, performing a comedic adaptation of the Brothers Grimm classic that's perfect for little ones aged 3 - 7.
The Family Are Reuniting To Face The Music In MUM'S CHOIR

The Family Are Reuniting To Face The Music In MUM'S CHOIR

by BWW News Desk — September 15, 2018
The Court Theatre is celebrating New Zealand Theatre Month this September with a play full of music, laughter and, of course, a gloriously typical Kiwi family in Mum's Choir.
The Court Theatre Kicks Off Spring With Two Rehearsed Readings Of Acclaimed Plays

The Court Theatre Kicks Off Spring With Two Rehearsed Readings Of Acclaimed Plays

by BWW News Desk — September 13, 2018
Over consecutive Sundays in spring The Court Theatre is bringing two renowned plays to the stage for the first time in rehearsed reading series Indelible Ink.
BWW Previews: Gore Repertory presents TRAPPED at The Little Theatre

BWW Previews: Gore Repertory presents TRAPPED at The Little Theatre

by Monica Moore — September 12, 2018
A great night of theatre, a complimentary drink, supper and a singing performance from one of Gore's popular entertainment groups.
BWW Review: SONGS FOR A NEW WORLD at Auckland Musical Theatre

BWW Review: SONGS FOR A NEW WORLD at Auckland Musical Theatre

by Monica Moore — September 12, 2018
Songs of a New World is a collection of stories of individual experiences cleverly connected, bringing our human struggles into community, confirming that you're not the only one who feels 'like that'.
Classic Christchurch Comedy Show Switches It Up In SCARED SCRIPTLESS: MONOLOGUE

Classic Christchurch Comedy Show Switches It Up In SCARED SCRIPTLESS: MONOLOGUE

by BWW News Desk — September 11, 2018
Scared Scriptless is a late-night improvised comedy show where the wit of stand up, the exhilaration of theatre and the danger of not knowing what's happening all collide in a glorious, theatrical mess.
BWW Review: THE ADDAMS FAMILY at Te Auaha Wellington

BWW Review: THE ADDAMS FAMILY at Te Auaha Wellington

by Monica Moore — September 9, 2018
The Addams Family combines dark chuckles with laugh out loud fun.
BWW Review: THE CRUCIBLE at Centrestage Theatre Company Orewa

BWW Review: THE CRUCIBLE at Centrestage Theatre Company Orewa

by Monica Moore — September 8, 2018
A tangled web of dark and complex circumstances is delivered with a mix of hysteria, confusion, accusation and cold calculation under the direction of Reg Williams at Centrestage Theatre Company's production of The Crucible which opened on Friday night.
BWW Review: [TITLE OF SHOW] at Westpoint Performing Arts Centre

BWW Review: [TITLE OF SHOW] at Westpoint Performing Arts Centre

by Monica Moore — September 5, 2018
The totally fabulous music and script are delivered with a synergy and symmetry that draws the audience into mesmerising entertainment.
BWW Previews: [TITLE OF SHOW] at Westpoint Performing Arts Centre

BWW Previews: [TITLE OF SHOW] at Westpoint Performing Arts Centre

by Monica Moore — September 4, 2018
 [title of show] is a winner: a funny modern spin on the backstage musical, a love letter to those who make and those who appreciate the modern musical.
Scared Scriptless Celebrates Another Year Older

Scared Scriptless Celebrates Another Year Older

by BWW News Desk — August 26, 2018
Classic Christchurch comedy show Scared Scriptless is turning 28 this year and celebrating in style by hosting a very special birthday party.
A New Chief Executive Will Oversee The Court Theatre's Return To Christchurch's City

A New Chief Executive Will Oversee The Court Theatre's Return To Christchurch's City Centre

by BWW News Desk — August 23, 2018
A new Chief Executive will oversee the Court Theatre's return to Christchurch's city centre.

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